Medicine Overview of Codylex 4 mg/10 mg Linctus

Uses of Chlorpheniramine

Side effects of Chlorpheniramine

Common

Sleepiness.

How to use Chlorpheniramine

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. It can be taken with or without food, but it is better to take Codylex 4 mg/10 mg Linctus at a fixed time.

How Codylex 4 mg/10 mg Linctus works

Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine. It blocks the action of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation, congestion, itching, and other allergic reactions.

Side effects of Codeine

How to use Codeine

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. It can be taken with or without food, but it is better to take Codylex 4 mg/10 mg Linctus at a fixed time.

How Codylex 4 mg/10 mg Linctus works

Codeine is an opioid analgesic ( pain reliever). It works by decreasing the perception of pain by blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain.

In Depth Information on Codylex 4 mg/10 mg Linctus

Expert advice for Chlorpheniramine

Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.

Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Chlorpheniramine, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.

Expert advice for Codeine

Use Codeine as instructed by your doctor. Never take in greater amounts or more often than prescribed.

It causes sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.

Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Codeine, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.

Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

Store opioid pain relievers in a safe place and out of reach of others.

Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

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Lactation

Codylex 4 mg/10 mg Linctus is probably safe to use during lactation.
Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Larger doses or prolonged use of Codylex 4 mg/10 mg Linctus may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby

Codylex 4 mg/10 mg Linctus is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Codylex 4 mg/10 mg Linctus may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Use of Codylex 4 mg/10 mg Linctus may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

These are the trade names of codeine containing products. Your doctor may prescribe it (depending on the disease condition) for the treatment of mild to moderate pain, diarrhea, cough, irritable bowel syndrome

Q. Can I take Codeine for flu/headache/toothache/cold/back pain/tonsillitis/migraine/menstrual cramps/stomach pain?

Codeine is specifically used for the treatment of mild to moderate pain, diarrhea, cough, irritable bowel syndrome. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q. Can I take codeine with naproxen/paracetamol/ibuprofen/advil/ warfarin/metronidazole/hydrocodone/diclofenac/ amoxicillin?

You can take codeine with paracetamol/ibuprofen/ Advil/ warfarin/ diclofenac/amoxicillin/naproxen. Taking metronidazole and hydrocodone may alter the effects of codeine. Always consult your doctor for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required

Q. Does Codeine expire?

Codeine containing tablets are available with mention of expiry date on it. Before taking medicine, patient should consult pharmacist or doctor

Q. Does Codeine make you high/tired/fat/awake/ sleep/constipate/thin blood/headache?

Codeine causing these side effects is rare or uncommon. However, consult your doctor if you experience any of these side effects

Q. Does Codeine have acetaminophen in it?

No, it does not contain acetaminophen in it. However, your doctor may prescribe Codeine along with acetaminophen.